appreciate

CEFRB1

/əˈpɹiː.ʃi.eɪt/

verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To understand the value or importance of something.

  2. 02

    verb

    To be thankful for something.

Examples

  • Over the years he came to appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of the river.

  • We appreciate the opportunity you've given us to learn more about your organization.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
5
Synonyms
5

Also pronounced

  • /ˈəˈpɹiː.ʃi.æɪt/
  • /əˈpɹiː.si.eɪt/

Deep Dive

verb

Extra meanings

  1. To be fully conscious of; understand; be aware of; detect.

  2. To view as valuable.

  3. To be grateful or thankful for.

More examples

In context

  • I appreciate your concern.

  • Any aid will be warmly appreciated.

  • We sincerely appreciate your help.

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Origin

verb

Originated 1645–55; from Medieval Latin appreciātus (“valued or appraised”), later variant of Late Latin appretiātus (“appraised”), the perfect passive participle of appretiō (see -ate (verb-forming suffix)), from a(d) (“toward”) + preti(um) (“price”) + -ō (first conjugation verb-forming suffix). Cognate to French apprécier. Latin root also origin of English appraise, which has various Romance cognates; see also precious.